done must be done according to the applicable technicalmanual as specified by PMS. You must complete therequired PQS for this equipment. For more detailedinformation, refer to NSTM, Chapter 584, “Stern Gates,Ramps, Bow Doors, Turntables, and Water Barriers.”Also, a copy of NAVSEA 0916-LP-018-5010,Operation Manual for Bow Ramp System (U) LST1182-1198, may be very useful.ELEVATORSU.S. Navy shipboard elevators are either theelectromechanical winch type or the electrohydraulicram type. Elevators are classified by their functional use.The following designations are typical of elevatorsinstalled in Navy ships:l Cargo elevatorl Weapons elevatorl Ammunition elevatorFigure 8-5.—Auxiliary ship elevator.l Personnel elevatorl Medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) (casualty)elevatorl Aircraft elevatorSome elevators serve several functions. Forexample, aircraft elevators are used to move weapons,cargo, personnel, and support equipment. Weaponselevators can serve as cargo elevators and can be usedto evacuate personnel casualties in a mass or medicalemergency situation. Figures 8-4, 8-5, and 8-6 illustratesome of the types of elevators aboard U.S. Navy vessels.Pay particular attention to the location of componentsand safety devices on each type of elevator.The complexity of elevator systems is increasingand so is the degree of maintenance and trainingrequired to keep them operational. It is a must that youqualify and pass a PQS, Ordnance/Cargo Elevators,Operation/Maintenance. Only qualified personnel canwork on elevators. When doing an elevator maintenanceFigure 8-6.—Combatant (DD-963) elevator.8-13
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